Repair Hangar Roof and Repair LPS & Electrical Grounding
AGENCY: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)
LOCATION: Fort Wayne, Indiana
SIZE: $3,823,195
PRIME: AACON General Contractors
AWARD DATE: October 2022
COMPLETION: April 2024
The Department of the Air Force awarded AACON General Contractors the Building 734 Roof Replacement and Lightning Protection project under a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Set-Aside. Notice to Proceed was issued in early 2023. The project encompassed the complete removal and replacement of the existing roofing system, installation of new HVAC units, and the design and implementation of a modern lightning protection and grounding system that met all applicable LPI and NFPA 780 standards.
AACON removed deteriorated roof sections and repaired structural decking before installing a fully adhered 60-mil EPDM roofing system with upgraded insulation, flashing, and prefinished metal coping. The work also included installation of new roof drains, overflows, and downspouts to ensure long-term drainage efficiency. The project required the replacement and reconnection of nine HVAC units, along with associated mechanical, electrical, and plumbing tie-ins, all of which were tested and verified to be fully operational.
The lightning protection system installation involved the removal of outdated components and the integration of new air terminals, conductors, grounding rods, and surge protection devices. All electrical connections were made using exothermic welds or high-compression fittings and inspected for compliance by a nationally recognized testing laboratory. This ensured the structure met all safety and performance standards for electrical grounding and surge protection.
Throughout the duration of the project, Building 734 remained fully occupied and operational. This required strategic sequencing of work activities, strict adherence to safety measures, and constant communication with base personnel to minimize disruption. AACON established clear work zones, implemented debris control measures, and coordinated daily with the contracting officer to address access restrictions and safety concerns.
AACON maintained steady progress and completed the project approximately six weeks ahead of the required deadline. The successful execution of this project demonstrates AACON’s capability to manage technically complex roofing and electrical scopes in occupied environments while maintaining superior standards of safety, quality, and client communication.
